Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies (Print Version)
Fudgy brownies with molten centers, crispy edges, and intense chocolate flavor for a decadent indulgence.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fats and Chocolate
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½ cup unsalted butter (113 grams), softened
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (175 grams), divided
→ Sugars
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½ cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
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½ cup packed brown sugar (110 grams)
→ Wet Ingredients
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
→ Dry Ingredients
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¾ cup all-purpose flour (95 grams)
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¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25 grams)
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Combine butter and half of the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool to prevent scrambling eggs in later steps.
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Whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until mixture is smooth and glossy.
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Pour the cooled melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture. Stir gently until just combined, maintaining tenderness.
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Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together. Fold into the wet mixture carefully until no streaks remain.
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Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes to firm up, helping to control spreading during baking.
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Scoop dough into mounds. Press a few reserved chocolate chips into the center of each mound before sealing the cookie dough around them. Place on the prepared baking sheet spaced apart.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until tops are glossy and cracked but centers remain soft to achieve the molten lava effect.
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Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool without steaming their bottoms. Serve warm for optimal molten center.
# Additional Notes:
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Do not overbake to preserve the molten chocolate center. Chilling the dough prevents excessive spreading and maintains thick, fudgy texture.